pendulous leaves

adjective + noun

Meaning

Hanging down loosely or swinging freely, often due to gravity or the plant's natural growth habit.

Examples

The gardener pruned the pendulous leaves to ensure the shrub didn't look overgrown.
Many tropical plants have developed pendulous leaves to help rainwater drip off quickly.

Synonyms: hanging, drooping, weeping, cernuous

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pendulous leaves

adjective + noun

Pronunciation: /ˈpendʒələs liːvz/

Definition

Hanging down loosely or swinging freely, often due to gravity or the plant's natural growth habit.

Examples

The gardener pruned the pendulous leaves to ensure the shrub didn't look overgrown.
Many tropical plants have developed pendulous leaves to help rainwater drip off quickly.
The heavy, pendulous leaves of the palm tree cast a wide shadow over the garden path.

Synonyms of pendulous leaves

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